Exploring Matthew 11-13: Parables, Teachings, and Miracles | New Testament in a Year Episode 5

In episode five of 'New Testament in a Year,' we delve into Matthew Chapters 11 through 13. We explore John the Baptist's messengers questioning Jesus, the warnings to unrepentant towns, and profound teachings on the Sabbath. Jesus shares numerous parables, including the Parables of the Sower, the Weeds among the Wheat, the Mustard Seed, and the Yeast. He emphasizes the significance of understanding these parables and the coming judgment at the end of the age. Join us as we reflect on these powerful lessons and pray for grace and righteousness.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:20 Matthew Chapter 11: Messengers from John the Baptist
01:04 Jesus' Testimony to John and Warnings to Unrepentant Towns
03:29 The Praise of the Father and Gentle Mastery of Christ
04:24 Matthew Chapter 12: Picking Grain on the Sabbath
05:21 The Man with the Withered Hand and the Chosen Servant
06:44 Jesus and Beelzebul: A House Divided
08:14 A Tree and Its Fruits and the Demand for a Sign
09:41 The Return of the Unclean Spirit and True Family of Jesus
10:42 Matthew Chapter 13: The Parable of the Sower
11:33 The Purpose of Parables and Explanation of the Sower
13:41 The Parable of the Weeds Among the Wheat
14:34 More Parables: Mustard Seed, Yeast, and Hidden Treasure
17:38 Rejection at Nazareth
18:17 Conclusion and Reflection

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Exploring Matthew 9-10

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New Testament in a Year: Key Teachings of Jesus (Matthew 6-8)

In episode three of 'New Testament in a Year,' we delve into Matthew chapters 6, 7, and 8. Key segments include Jesus' teachings on almsgiving, prayer, fasting, storing up treasures in heaven, and not serving two masters. We reflect on the importance of not worrying about daily needs, maintaining forgiveness, and avoiding judgment of others. Jesus' powerful healing stories, including the cleansing of a leper, healing of the Centurion's servant and Peter's mother-in-law, and calming the storm, are also highlighted. Join us for an insightful exploration of how these lessons can apply to our daily lives.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:17 Teachings on Almsgiving
00:56 Teachings on Prayer
01:34 The Lord's Prayer
02:11 Teachings on Fasting
02:40 Treasures in Heaven
03:35 Dependence on God
05:02 Judging Others
06:31 The Golden Rule
06:57 False Prophets
07:34 The True Disciple
08:54 Ministry and Mission in Galilee
09:28 The Healing of the Centurion's Servant
11:56 The Calming of the Storm
13:28 Conclusion and Reflections

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